August – September 2023 · North Darfur Theater
August – September 2023
Following the capture of Nyala and El Geneina, RSF forces pushed northward through North Darfur State, seizing towns and overrunning SAF outposts. The advance threatened El Fasher and brought RSF supply lines closer to Libya's border, through which arms and fuel were flowing via Haftar-aligned factions. Armed movements loyal to Minni Minnawi coordinated with the SAF to establish defensive lines around El Fasher. The RSF advance was slowed by stiffening resistance from a coalition of SAF regulars, SLM fighters, and local self-defense forces.
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